Across
- 2. a redwood tree, especially the California redwood.
- 4. ex machina an unexpected power or event saving a seemingly hopeless situation, especially as a contrived plot device in a play or novel.
- 5. a form of complementary medicine that involves pricking the skin or tissues with needles, used to alleviate pain and to treat various physical, mental, and emotional conditions. Originating in ancient China, acupuncture is now widely practiced in the West.
- 8. (of an animal) having normal physical functions suspended or slowed down for a period of time; in or as if in a deep sleep.
- 9. (with reference to a horse or other four-legged animal) proceed or cause to proceed at a pace faster than a walk, lifting each diagonal pair of legs alternately.
- 10. (of hair or fur) long, thick, and unkempt.
Down
- 1. (chiefly of a synthetic or treated fabric or substance) not readily susceptible to fire.
- 3. acting or done quickly and without thought or care.
- 6. marked by or involving public disorder.
- 7. in a comfortable, warm, and cozy or well-protected manner.